Go Back Blanket Flower Monarch

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:59 PM
Gaillardia 'Monarch'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Native to open, hot plains, this drought tolerant and adaptable wildflower boasts beautiful bright red daisy-like flowers with bronze-to-yellow colored tips that are up to three inches in diameter. Thrives in heat and provides a continual supply of bright and cheerful cut flowers throughout the summer.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Flower Color

    Red and yellow

    Foliage Color

    Green

    Plant Spread

    1-1.5 ft.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    1-2 ft.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    3-8

    Soil Moisture

    Low water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Exceptionally long bloom time, Showy flowers, Meadow , Bank

    Bloom Time

    June to September

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full sun

    Growth Rate

    Fast

    Seasonal Interests

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